Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prescott Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prescott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Prescott Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prescott Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prescott Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#540 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
12%
7%
White
47%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prescott Elementary School's ranking?
Prescott Elementary School is ranked #540 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Prescott Elementary School?
505 students attend Prescott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Prescott Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prescott Elementary School?
Prescott Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Prescott Elementary School offer ?
Prescott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Prescott Elementary School part of?
Prescott Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
In what neighborhood is Prescott Elementary School located?
Prescott Elementary School is located in the Near South neighborhood of Lincoln, NE. There are 1 other public schools located in Near South.
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